RØDE Wireless GO (Gen 3) w/inboard 32-bit float recording-compared w/Wireless Micro by Allan Tépper

RØDE Wireless GO (Gen 3) w/inboard 32-bit float recording-compared w/Wireless Micro 4

Less than a month in the past, I printed my review of the US$149 Wireless Micro system, together with a video with Memo Sauceda. Now, RØDE has simply launched the third generation of the Wireless GO for about double (US$299), though together with inboard 32-bit float recording. Naturally, you’ll need to know the intricate variations between these two compelling methods, so forward you’ll discover a detailed comparability chart, since at first they appear so related.

Key options

Here are key options of the Wireless Go (Gen 3):

Dual-channel compact wi-fi microphone system
RØDE’s state-of-the-art Series IV 2.4 GHz digital transmission with 128-bit encryption for crystal-clear, secure audio at ranges as much as 260 meters (line of sight)
Over 40 hours of 32-bit float on-board recording for the restoration of clipped or quiet audio information
Intelligent GainAssist know-how, versatile output acquire management and security channel for guaranteeing pristine audio when recording direct to digital camera
Universal compatibility with cameras, smartphones and computer systems for final flexibility
Locking lavalier connectors for full safety and peace of thoughts
Headphone monitoring with on-board degree management
Automatic plug-in energy detect for prolonged battery life
Easy configuration on a pc or smartphone by way of RØDE Central
Bright LCD show and intuitive controls for shortly and simply adjusting settings on-the-fly
Compatible with all RØDE Series IV gadgets, together with RØDEcaster Pro II and Duo, RØDECaster Video, Wireless PRO, Interview PRO and extra

RØDE Wireless GO (Gen 3) w/inboard 32-bit float recording-compared w/Wireless Micro 5 — Above, Wireless Go (Gen 3) within the optionally available Charger Case+.

Here is the comparability chart I ready:

	Wireless Micro system	Wireless Go (Gen 3) system
Number of transmitters included in package	2 every with built-in microphone and included windscreens	2 every with built-in microphone and included windscreens
3.5 mm TRS enter on transmitter for exterior microphone as a substitute of inside mic	No, simply use the built-in mics.	Yes, locking
Range	100 meters (line of web site)	260 meters (line of sight)
Autonomy (battery life per cost)	7 hours which extends to 21 hours with the included charger case	7 hours which extends to 21 hours with the optionally available charger case
User-replaceable batteries	No	No
Direct-dock to smartphone or pill	Yes, USB-C or Lightning (mannequin dependent)	No, by way of cable
Analog connection to standalone digital camera	No. This signifies that the Wireless Micro is just for smartphones or tablets with their built-in cameras, *until* you need to report dual-system audio, the place the Wireless Micro audio-only is recorded on a smartphone or pill utilizing the free RØDE Reporter app and later synchronized with the video shot along with your standalone digital camera. In that case, you need to report scratch audio along with your standalone digital camera to facilitate autosynching later utilizing apps that facilitate that, like Adobe Premiere CC, Apple’s Final Cut Pro or Blackmagic’s DaVinci Resolve Studio.	Yes, separate from the digital output by way of USB-C.
Headphone output for audio confidence from receiver	No. The solely confidence would be the onscreen VU meter, as mentioned within the assessment.	Yes
Inboard 32-bit float recording	No	40 hours
Compatible with Series IV RØDE Devices, together with newer RØDECaster fashions and the handheld Interview PRO (reviewed here)	No (a minimum of not with the present firmware)	Yes
Charger-case	Included Provides two full recharges for as much as 21 hours of use.	Optional Charge Case+ US$89 Provides two full recharges for as much as 21 hours of use and permits simultaneous information entry to the entire system for transferring recordings, adjusting settings and updating firmware.
Price	US$149	US$299

Conclusions

Both the Wireless Micro (reviewed here) and the simply launched Wireless Go (Gen 3) provide an amazing worth providing. Please analyze the comparability chart fastidiously that can assist you make one of the best resolution potential to your particular state of affairs. There are many particulars lined there to contemplate.

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RØDE has not paid for this text. RØDE has despatched Allan Tépper items for assessment, together with the Wireless Micro and the Wireless GO (Gen 3). Some of the producers listed above have contracted Tépper and/or TecnoTur LLC to hold out consulting and/or translations/localizations/transcreations. So far, not one of the producers listed above is/are sponsors of the TecnoTur, BeyondPodcasting, CapicúaFM or TuSaludSecreta packages, though they’re welcome to take action, and a few are, could also be (or could have been) sponsors of ProVideo Coalition journal. Some hyperlinks to 3rd events listed on this article and/or on this net web page could not directly profit TecnoTur LLC by way of affiliate packages. Allan Tépper’s opinions are his personal. Allan Tépper will not be accountable for misuse or misunderstanding of data he shares.